Aircraft Avionics Technician — Growth, Benefits & Impact

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks an Aircraft Avionics Technician to install, test and repair avionic systems across aircraft. You will read schematics, calibrate equipment, and ensure compliance with aviation standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with diagnostic tools and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with emphasis on safety and quality. Shift work may be required at times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Avionics Technician.
• Strong knowledge of avionics systems including communications, navigation and data systems.
• Ability to read and interpret avionic schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience with diagnostic equipment and troubleshooting avionic systems.
• Trade qualification or apprenticeship in avionics or related field.
• Work independently and in a team, with good problem-solving skills.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations related to avionic systems is advantageous.
• Willingness to work shifts if required.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft avionic systems including comms, navigation, auto-pilot and flight control.
• Read and interpret avionic schematics, manuals, wiring diagrams and drawings.
• Perform functional checks and calibration of avionic equipment.
• Identify and rectify faults using diagnostic tools and test equipment.
• Ensure work complies with manufacturer specs, company policies and aviation regulations.
• Document maintenance and repair activities in the aircraft's logbook and records.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel and engineers to resolve complex issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
• Stay current with advancements in avionic systems and participate in training.

Skills

Aircraft avionics systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Trade qualification in avionics

Apprenticeship in avionics

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks an Aircraft Avionics Technician to install, test and repair avionic systems across aircraft. You will read schematics, calibrate equipment, and ensure compliance with aviation standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with diagnostic tools and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with emphasis on safety and quality. Shift work may be required at times.